Union County Model Train Show Brings Holiday Enjoyable to Families and Train Fanatics of All Ages, Nov. 28 – Dec. 14 – County of Union, New Jersey

The Union County Board of County Commissioners is happy to announce the return of Union County’s Model Train Show and Open House this vacation season. For three consecutive weekends, from Friday, November twenty eighth to Sunday, December 14th, this family-friendly occasion welcomes guests and practice lovers of all ages to discover the fascinating world of mannequin railroads, find out about native practice historical past, and respect the craftsmanship firsthand by participating excursions and demonstrations. The occasion will probably be held on the A. Paul Mallory Railroad Center, positioned at 295 Jefferson Avenue in Union.

“Our annual model train show is a holiday favorite in Union County; once you attend, you’ll understand why. It’s an opportunity for adults and children alike to take a break from their screens, reconnect, and enjoy what Union County has to offer,” mentioned Union County Chairwoman Lourdes M. Leon. “The Commissioner Board and I are thrilled to continue supporting the Model Railroad Club, who organize the show, for creating this unique and engaging experience that residents look forward to each year. We can’t wait to see everyone there!”

This yr’s present showcases the magic of mannequin railroading, the place particular trains traverse throughout an expansive 11,000 sq. foot format. Families can tour the trains and format up shut, getting an insider’s peek on the ongoing growth. See how hand-laid tracks and surroundings are meticulously crafted, and be taught in regards to the planning and engineering efforts that go into the membership’s bi-level corkscrew loop. The 2025 present may even characteristic over 200 mannequin practice vehicles on a 1,600 sq. foot format to inform the story of NJ railroads within the Fifties.

In addition to the HO-scale trains featured on the present, guests can get pleasure from G-scale and N-scale layouts, a small play space for youths, a snack store full of scrumptious treats for buy, and a railroad-themed reward store to take house memorabilia from their expertise. Jenny returns to share her story of rising up alongside the Trenton Northern railroad in a scripted present, “Jenny’s Coming Home”, working on the backside of each hour.

The 2025 Model Train Show and Open House’s opening weekend will run from Friday, November 28, by Sunday, November 30, adopted by a second weekend on Saturday, December 6, and Sunday, December 7. The occasion will conclude with a remaining weekend on Saturday, December 13, and Sunday, December 14. Visitors are welcome to attend the occasion from 11:00 a.m. to six:00 p.m. every day.

Tickets are $10 per grownup, $5 per little one, and $8 per senior aged 60 and older. Children ages 2 and beneath are free. All tickets to the 2025 Model Train Show and Open House will probably be bought on the door. For extra data, please name 908-964-9724 or go to themodelrailroadclub.org.

The Model Railroad Club, Inc. is a tax-exempt public charity affiliated with the Union County Department of Parks & Recreation. All proceeds assist the operations of The Model Railroad Club, Inc., one of many largest railroad golf equipment in New Jersey. The Club has roughly 170 volunteer members who assist to meet the mission of the membership to coach most of the people in regards to the railroads and the industries they served within the New York, New Jersey and Pennsylvania areas. For extra details about The Model Railroad Club and its actions, please go to themodelrailroadclub.org.

For extra details about all packages and actions hosted by the Union County Department of Parks and Recreation, please go to ucnj.org/parks.